I think wisdom demands reflection which is why I believe in books, because books are one of the last refuges of reflective thinking and therefore of wisdom. You simply cannot read a book properly without taking the time and thinking as you do. --Katherine Paterson

I think wisdom demands reflection which is why I believe in books, because books are one of the last refuges of reflective thinking and therefore of wisdom. You simply cannot read a book properly without taking the time and thinking as you do. --Katherine Paterson

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Walk along the beach with Pam Munoz Ryan as she discusses Esperanza Rising.

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Cynthia Voigt talks to Tim Podell about her Newbery Award-winning book Dicey’s Song.

Madeleine L’Engle reads from her classic book, A Wrinkle In Time.

Tim and Richard Peck discuss his Newbery Award winning book A Year Down Yonder.

Join our panel as they talk about Charlotte’s Web
in the “All About the Book!” series.

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May/June 2014

"All About the Book!" A Kid's Video Guide
to Charlotte's Web ***

22 min. DVD: $59.99.
Tim Podell Productions.

Adult host Tim Podell questions a panel of young people about E.B.
White’s 1952 classic children's tale Charlotte’s Web in this entry from
the "All About the Book!” series. Serving up a lighthearted Clift Notesesque
primer, the program presents a synopsis by magician "The Great
Charlini” before asking the 'tween participants about their opinion of the
book including its characters, motivations (why was spider Charlotte
going outof her way to help pig Wilbur?), and themes (including
injustice). Also included are segments featuring real-life kids, info on
spiders with a librarian, and a fleeting cameo by one of my favorite
children’s authors, Newbery Medal-winner Cynthia Voigt (who visits
White grave in Maine). Also newly available is “All About the Book!” A
Kid’s Video Guide to A Wrinkle in Time. Recommended.

“All About the Book!”

Enjoy the discussion with thisfun book club for kids!

Each program features a young adult panel
discussing a modern children’s classic,
a plot summary, and much more. This is
a unique literature enrichment tool and a
great way to get the classroom discussion
rolling.

The “All About the Book!” video series
helps your students get a deeper
understanding of the books they’re
reading in class or on their own.